Daffodils illustrate that Spring is definitely here and trees also start to bloom. Expect the April showers, but on sunny days do get out into the garden.

1 Start hoeing weeds as they appear, but make sure they are weeds and not young perennial growth
2 Tie in new growth of climbers such as clematis and honeysuckle
3 Sow new lawns or repair patches with fresh new grass seed
4 Remove winter grime from yourpatios using a pressure wash, but be careful not to wash out the grouting between the pavers
5 Remember to book your tickets for the RHS shows, such as Chelsea, Hampton Court, Malvern or Tatton Park.

And here are 5 plants looking great in April:
1 Aubretia – to cascade over walls
2 Peris ‘Flaming Silver’ and
4 Photinias will have their fabulous new red shoots
5 Forsythia, for Spring yellow

For the full article about jobs to do in the garden and more plants looking great in April. Please see below and for jobs to do in the garden other months please click here.